Free STD Testing in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta is the cultural center of the Atlanta metropolitan area, which includes many other cities in northern Georgia. Since hosting the Olympics in 1996, Atlanta has been revitalizing its neighborhoods. This process has led to a larger and more diverse population within the city. Known as a "world city," Atlanta contributes to many aspects of today's world including commerce, finance, research, technology, education, media, art and entertainment.2

In the most recent survey completed by the U.S. Census Bureau it was found that Atlanta was home to 463,878 residents. The larger Fulton County was home to 1,010,562 residents. Atlanta is the most populous city in Georgia and the 9th largest metropolitan city in the United States.1 The most common STD reported in Atlanta is chlamydia. In 2013, there was an average case rate of 583.4 chlamydia cases per 100,000 residents in Fulton County.2 In Atlanta and Fulton County, testing options and treatment for STDs can vary from seeking out a primary care physician, scheduling an appointment at the local health department or using a private service for confidential and affordable STD testing.